Thanks to advanced PENTAX optical design technology, this lens has been developed to be compact and lightweight, despite its high zoom ratio, making it a versatile and portable daily use lens. A simplified weather-resistant construction and an extra-smooth autofocus operation using a built-in motor, in addition to its high 7.5-times zoom ratio,

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allow the DA 18-135mm WR to accommodate a wide range of subjects and scenes that photographers come across in their shooting sessions — from scenic images and snapshots to portraits and sports photos.